Useful Edging Pattern #751
Useful edgings with endless application. Ranging from airy daintiness for light, delicate work to dignified distinction for more formal pieces, they provide a noteworthy finish to clothes and household linens alike. Materials suggested: American Thread Company "Silkine", "Star" or "Gem" Mercerized Crochet Cotton sizes 20 to 50. "Silkine" or Star Pearl Cotton size 5, "De Luxe" Crochet and Knitting Cotton. For dainty Edging use American Thread Company "Silkine", Mercerized Crochet Cotton sizes 50 to 100 or "Silkine" Tatting Cotton, White or Colors.
Ch 44, s c in 8th st from hook, ch 5, skip 3 sts, d c in next st, * ch 5, skip 3 sts, s c in next st, ch 5, skip 3 sts, d c in next st, repeat from * 3 times.
2nd Row. Ch 5, * d c in loop, d c in next loop, ch 3, d c in d c, ch 3, repeat from * across row.
3rd Row. Ch 8, * 1 s c between 2 d c, ch 5, d c in d c, ch 5, repeat from * across row. Repeat 2nd and 3rd rows for desired length.
SCALLOP. Work 9 s c over edge of lace, ch 3, turn, skip 3 sts, 3 d c with 2 ch between each d c in next st, ch 3, skip 3 sts, s c in next st, turn, ch 4, s c in loop, * ch 4, s c in next loop, repeat from * twice, ch 3, 11 s c over edge of lace and repeat scallop for entire row.